SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – The first day of Kwanzaa has officially begun, kicking off a seven-day celebration of the African American culture and history. Kwanzaa always begins on Dec.

or “What is the news?” The response would be that day's Kwanzaa principle, such as "Umoja" for the first day, "Kujichagulia" for the second, and so on. No. Kwanzaa is not recognized by federal ...

Christmas, Kwanzaa begins its week-long celebration of African history, values, family, community and culture. Here's what to know.

Spanning seven days – from the day after Christmas through New Year ... name to accommodate the seven children present at the first Kwanzaa, each given a letter to represent them.

Thursday was the first day of Kwanzaa, a week-long celebration of African American culture. To kick off the holiday people gathered at the California Capitol. "Kwanzaa, it is just an amazing ...

“Celebrating Kwanzaa reminds us of our history ... Seven candles are lit during the daily lighting of the Kinara. On the first day, a black candle — also known as the unity candle — is ...

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wednesday might have been the first day of the new year ... Episcopal Church in Wilmington for the final day of Kwanzaa. Each day celebrates a different principle ...

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Celebrations continue Thursday for day two of Hanukkah and day one of Kwanzaa — a holiday celebrating African American culture and community. New Bethel Baptist Church in ...

Sabin CDC was formed in 1991 to address the housing needs of African Americans impacted by gentrification. While the center has celebrated Kwanzaa in the past, this year was its second hosting the ...